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Can Restricting Online Gaming Time Reduce Myopia Progression? Macular Degeneration: Why Early Detection is Critical Everything You Need To Know About Keratoconus The Importance of Regular Eye Exams in Detecting Macular Degeneration Eye Exam Saves Woman’s Life by Detecting Brain Tumor Early How Diabetes Increases Dry Eye Risk in Children and Adolescents How Long Does It Take To Switch From Glasses to Scleral Lenses? When Should You See a Retina Specialist? 7 Eye Care Tips for the Holiday Season How to Travel With Contact Lenses How Eye Exams Can Save Your Life Dame Judi Dench and Macular Degeneration How the Environment Can Affect Your Vision and Eye Health Protect Your Eyes With These Contact Lens Safety Tips Are Contact Lenses Safe For My Child? Are You Suddenly Seeing Dark Spots? Here’s What You Should Do 3 Effective Ways to Relieve Dry Eyes Eye Exams and the Health of Your Mind and Body 5 Eye Symptoms You Should Never Ignore Start The Year Right With A Pediatric Eye Exam Can I Be Blinded By A Nerf® Gun? Adjustable Glasses Hyperopia and Your Child Can Cataract Surgery Prevent Dementia? June 27 Is National Sunglasses Day! Could Working From Home Be Hurting Your Vision? Myopia and Contact Lenses What Exactly is an Eye Chart? Bloodshot Eyes – Should You Be Concerned? Concerned About Macular Degeneration? – Here Are 6 Tips to Lower your Risk What’s Your Optometrist Role in Cataract Surgery? 5 Ways to Prevent Dry Eyes During Air Travel Do You See Better When You Tilt or Turn Your Head? 5 Vision-Saving Tips for National Save Your Vision Month Are Sore, Itchy Eyes a Sign of COVID-19? 10 Ways to Give Your Eyes Some Love This Valentine’s Day 6 Things To Know About Keratoconus Macular Degeneration Hasn’t Stopped Judi Dench, And It Shouldn’t Stop You Either Why Computer Use Can Cause Dry Eye & Eye Strain

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Nov 08, 2023

If your child spends a significant amount of time playing online video games, here’s what you need to know about how it can contribute to the onset and progression of myopia — nearsightedness.

Mar 05, 2023

The key to minimizing vision loss from macular degeneration is to catch it early, through regular comprehensive eye exams.

Jan 31, 2023

Keratoconus is a progressive eye condition causing the cornea to thin and bulge into a cone-like shape, distorting vision. Early detection and treatment can prevent vision loss.

Jan 24, 2023

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) can cause severe vision loss, but early detection can help preserve your vision.

Jan 24, 2023

Here's how eye exams helped save Katie's vision and quality of life. Call Uptown Eye Care to schedule your appointment.

Jan 17, 2023

Children and adolescents with diabetes are significantly more likely to suffer from dry eye syndrome (DES) than their non-diabetic peers. Read on to learn why diabetics are at higher risk, and how Uptown Eye Care can help.

Dec 31, 2022

Switching from glasses to scleral contact lenses can take several weeks. your Monticello eye doctor will provide instructions on how to properly insert, remove, and care for the lenses, as well as how to monitor for any potential complications. Read on to learn more.

Dec 31, 2022

Many retinal conditions can lead to vision loss if not diagnosed early and treated promptly. If your optometrist notices signs of retinal disease, they’ll manage the condition until it's necessary to refer you to a retina specialist.

Dec 08, 2022

Your eye experts at Uptown Eye Care have compiled our top 7 tips for keeping your eyes healthy and safe this holiday season. Let us know how else we can help!

Dec 01, 2022

Contact lenses are a great option for people who don't want to wear glasses when on the road, but do you know how to take care of them on the go? Before your next trip, book a contact lens assessment at Uptown Eye Care in Monticello

Nov 15, 2022

Eye exams aren't just important for your eye health. They can often reveal serious problems with your general health. Read on to learn how an eye exam could potentially save your life.

Nov 09, 2022

Legendary British actor Dame Judi Dench has recently revealed how macular degeneration impacts her life. With such a high-profile case in the news people have been asking: What is it, what are its symptoms, and how can it be prevented? Well, read on.

Oct 26, 2022

Many scientific studies have confirmed that exposure to various things in the environment can negatively affect our eye health and vision. Read on to learn more.

Oct 19, 2022

It's Contact Lens Safety Month, which makes it the perfect time to brush up on ways to keep your eyes and vision healthy when wearing contact lenses. Here are our top contact lens safety tips to keep your peepers happy.

Sep 29, 2022

As a parent, you want to do everything you can to protect your child’s vision. But you may be wondering if contact lenses are safe for kids. Read on to learn more about the risks and benefits of contact lenses for children.

Sep 28, 2022

Seeing floaters is common and usually nothing to worry about. Yet there are times when floaters are a sign of a serious eye condition. Here’s what you need to know about eye floaters, and how Uptown Eye Care can help!

Sep 11, 2022

Dry eye syndrome is one of the most common eye conditions in the world, yet many people put up with the discomfort, even though it's very treatable. Here are tips to help you deal with your dry eye symptoms, along with treatment from your eye doctor.

Sep 05, 2022

Everyone's heard the adage that "the eyes are the window to the soul." But did you know that they can also be a primary window into the overall health of your body and mind?

Aug 31, 2022

Here are 5 eye symptoms that you should never ignore. Call Uptown Eye Care without delay if you or a loved one experiences any of these eye or vision problems.

Aug 15, 2022

Every child should have a comprehensive eye exam before the start of the new school year. Just as you wouldn’t consider sending them to school without a backpack or a lunch box, make sure their eyes and vision are ready for the challenges ahead.

Jul 27, 2022

Did you know that Nerf® guns, a supposedly safe children’s toy, have been shown to cause eye injury in certain cases? What makes them so dangerous?

Jul 26, 2022

Adjustable eyeglasses are an affordable non-prescription alternative to prescription eyeglasses or for the correction of minor refractive errors such as presbyopia, hyperopia (farsightedness) and myopia (nearsightedness).

Jul 17, 2022

Hyperopia affects near vision in children and young adults. Want to know more about hyperopia? Here we explain ways to recognize the condition and help your child if they have it.

Jun 27, 2022

Cataract surgery not only improves vision. Research suggests that cataract surgery may also prevent cognitive decline.

Jun 20, 2022

Here’s how you can celebrate National Sunglasses Day on June 27.

May 29, 2022

Working at home has many benefits, but it can also trigger computer-related eye strain. Here are some proven ways to reduce digital eye strain, whether at home or in the office.

May 26, 2022

Myopia, or nearsightedness, is about more than just poor eyesight. It can also pose a long-term threat to your kid’s vision and eye health.

May 16, 2022

At some point in our lives, we've all had our eyes examined using an eye chart – whether during a school screening or at the optometrist's office. But what exactly is the chart and what does it measure? Read on to find out!

May 02, 2022

Bloodshot eyes can be harmless, but may also be a sign of an underlying eye condition.

Apr 27, 2022

Macular degeneration is a major cause of vision loss. Here are 6 ways to help lower your risk of developing this sight-threatening condition.

Mar 31, 2022

If you’ve been diagnosed with cataracts, your optometrist will monitor its progression and manage your symptoms. Once you need surgery, your optometrist can direct you to an eye surgeon, help you prepare for the procedure and co-manage your post-op care.

Mar 30, 2022

Did you know that spending time in a climate-controlled airplane cabin can dry out your eyes? Find out what you can do to keep your eyes hydrated the next time you fly.

Mar 30, 2022

A head tilt or turn isn’t just a physical quirk. It can be a sign of a vision problem that may have a neurological basis. If turning or tilting your head helps you see better, schedule an eye exam with a neuro-optometrist to identify the underlying cause.

Mar 20, 2022

This March, in honor of National Save Your Vision Month, we’ve compiled a list of 5 essential ways to help you keep your eyes healthy and strong.

Mar 01, 2022

There are many reasons why your eyes may feel itchy and sore. However, new research suggests that these symptoms can also be linked to COVID-19.

Feb 14, 2022

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, it’s time to give your eyes some love. Here are 10 ways you can give your eyes the attention they deserve, to protect them both now and in the future.

Jan 23, 2022

Keratoconus is an eye disease that changes the shape and function of the cornea. Here are 6 facts about keratoconus that you should know.

Oct 26, 2021

Age-related macular degeneration is a sight-threatening eye disease that causes central vision loss. But despite having the condition for several years, Dame Judi Dench continues to excel in her career and inspire others with low vision.

May 20, 2021

Using your computer for long periods of time can irritate and dry your eyes. The condition is so common that researchers have coined it computer vision syndrome. Learn more about the causes and treatments of this condition.

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